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Product Specs:

Maximum Size: 23” x 35 Avalible Thinckness: 064” .098” .153” .250”

Interior - not warranted for: Conditions including chlorine & bleach Exterior - not warranted for: Salt sea air surrounding, Condiotns including chorine & bleach, Strong UV ratings

Available Finishes: 24 standard colors, custom colors available

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Wholesale Manufacturer of Architectural Signage Solutions

For over 68 years, Advance Corporation has consistently delivered an assortment of products to the architectural market and set the standards for service, quality and innovation. Our commitment to you is to continue to deliver items that exceed your requirements by being attractive and effective at an affordable cost. Choose Advance for a great experience!

You will get peace of mind from knowing that our expert staff will work with you to cover all of the details. Prices will be provided, and upon your approval we will produce signage that will exceed your expectations and get your message out while adding beauty to your building décor.

Service

Quality is built into every product we manufacture. For you this offers economic value due to product longevity, low maintenance and great performance. Our goods are produced with the highest quality materials meaning they will last and provide effective wayfinding.

Quality

Get noticed and stay noticed with finishes, techniques and details that will set you apart from all others. Colors and textures that will complement while working hard to identify your design or theme. Join us in the fun, and see that wayfinding has never been this exciting.

Innovation

Our Braille and tactile signs exceed the minimum requirements for accessible signage. All of our ADA products are available with compliant domed Braille, 70% contrast, proper typestyles, and precise tactile copy. Our products provide compliance without sacrificing design, your delivery schedule, or profit.

You choose the material and we will manufacture a sign that will last. Include brilliant, lasting colors that are resistant to graffiti remover, require little or no maintenance. Indoors or out; don’t worry, we make signs to handle traffic and elements for years to come.

Compliance Durability

Innovation emerges from experience, proven capabilities and commitment to new ideas. Let us be the wholesale supplier for your projects so we can show you how our creative designs can work for you. Introduce harmony and contrast through a broad selection of colors, textures, shapes and sizes. We manufacture signs that will be noticed not only for their beauty, but for how quickly and efficiently they show visitors the way to their destination. Select from our wide array of sign choices to create an excellent solution as individual as the building where they will be displayed.

Capabilities

Acrylic Fabrication

Brass, Bronze & N/S Etching

CNC Router Cutting

Digital Graphics

Engraving

Glass Etching

Glass Fusing

In-house Graphic Design

In-house Photography

Laminating

Laser Cutting

Magnesium Etching

Metal Fabrication

Decorative Painting

Photopolymer Etching

Resin Casting

Sandblasting

Silk-Screening

Vinyl

Zinc Etching

Decorative Finishes 4 - 9 ReplicaFinish®

TextureTouch™ NEW TextureTouch Plus™ NEW

ADA Braille Signs 10 - 17 Photopolymer + UltraImage 3D™ NEW Zinc Magnesium Adcast ™

Engraved with Raster®

Sign Components 18 - 23 Framing Units - Plastic, Metal & Wood Backers - Wood, Acrylic & Aluminum

Donor Recognition 24 - 27 Programs & Large Wall Units Individual Plaques, Awards & Gifts

Identification Plates 28 - 31 Zinc Brass, Bronze & Nickel-Silver Acrylic & Aluminum

Your buildings are extraordinary; why not choose signage to match? Your visitors will fall in love with the signage when they see how you have used the full palette of colors combined with ReplicaFinish® to carry off your design features. ReplicaFinish® can be used as backgrounds on substrates such as Photopolymer, Magnesium, Zinc, Aluminum or Acrylic. Replicate an image of wood, metal, solid surfaces, textiles, or choose photographs, drawings or a still life for the background or accent. Flexibility is key when choosing this product.

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Bring about a themewith distinct graphic designs

on Magnesium

Add a multiplecolored logo to Zinc

Acquire stained Maple wood with inlaid curved aluminum on Magnesium

Gain the effect of multiple pieces of stone with graphic

designs on Photopolymer

Replicate Cherry wood, an embossedAluminum feature on Magnesium

Compare your options of a sign constructed with multiple materials to a one-piece sign with ReplicaFinish®. The differences are impressive. Attain a colorful corporate

logo with an Acrylic accent

Attain a sandblasted granite lookwith integrated graphic designs

on PhotopolymerStrengthen a corporate logo

with a color gradient on Photopolymer

Add the look of stone to your signson TextureTouch™ Zinc

Cherry Maple Walnut Oak Dymondwood™ Mahogany

Standard FinishesAn affordable sign made of one solid material with the look of multiple layers means a more durable sign that withstands the test of vandals. Signs can be fairly mundane, but not with ReplicaFinish®.

Features & Benefits

Add a distressed design with continuous tones of color on Photopolymer

ReplicaFinish® allows you to match or complement building décor plus give visitors the tools they need to navigate more easily. Let your artistic flair come to life on your next sign project by personalizing it with your choice of substrate, colors and graphic design. ReplicaFinish® signs are rich in appearance, long lasting and perfectly suited for many different applications.

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Acquire prominence by adding a watermark on Magnesium

Continue the theme of a watermark throughout your entire sign program on Acrylic

Crown your sign with a corporate logo and a Maple wood grain effect on Photopolymer

Make a statement by combining Silvertone (natural zinc) with a photographic image

on TextureTouch™ Zinc

Focus on a hand painted appearance thatbrings about an elegant feature of artisanship

with TextureTouch™ Zinc

Substrate: Acrylic, Aluminum, Magnesium, Zinc,Photopolymer, Solid Surface and Wood

Maximum Size: 19” x 23”

Finish: Refer to the corresponding page of each material for detailed applications, thickness and warranty

Add a colorful, ornate design on Zinc

Create a themewith the assistance

of a replicatedhistoric coin

Emphasize the direction of Northwith a symbol on Zinc

Aluminum Brass Bronze Green Marble Gray Marble Antique White

Standard Finishes Product Specifications

Our TextureTouch™ products are not only beautiful, but it is hard to keep from touching them to see if they feel as good as they look. Make a statement with your next sign project by including signs made with TextureTouch™ Zinc. These metal signs appeal to visual and tactile senses, and are adaptable to any application where you requiring unique, durable and attractive signs.

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One raised copy colorOne raised copy color

Shaped sign,one raised copy color

One raised copy color

Shaped sign, two raised copy colors

with masking

One raised copy color,WF Series Mechanical,

two tracks for inserts

Enjoy an aestetically pleasing textured background in a solid color with a contrasting color for the tactile copy. These signs are not only visually functional, but incorporate eye-pleasing interest that will maximize your message.


Thickness: .064”, .125”, .153” Maximum Size: 23” x 35”

Background color: Traditional Finish 24 standard colors & custom colors

Raised Tactile Area: Traditional Finish 24 standard colors & custom colors

Style: Square or round corners, border, borderless or shaped

Warranty: Interior & exterior rated (limitation: salt sea air surroundings, conditions including chlorine, bleach and strong UV ratings)

Overt or subtle are the two choices with TextureTouch™ Zinc. Signs that will command attention, or blend into the building décor as you see fit. Combine colors, designs and textures that are pleasing to the eye as well as the touch.

Features & Benefits Product Specifications

Spice up your signs with a combination of metal-tones on Zinc using TextureTouch™ for the background. This choice means longer lasting, low maintenance signage that has been custom manufactured using superior processes and materials. This new product deserves some attention and is perfect for your next signage project because it is unique, durable and available with a metal finish in either silver, gold, bronze or copper.

Shaped Silvertone (natural Zinc),recessed logo, two copy colors

Goldtone with extra raised copy color

Bronzetone with extrarecessed color

Silvertone (natural Zinc),recessed portrait from line drawing

Goldtone

Shaped Goldtone,recessed leaf pattern

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Silvertone (natural Zinc)

Spice things up with the combination of metaltones and a textured background. Regardless of which metal finish you choose the textured background will deliver a unique reflection of quality.



Raised Tactile Area: Silvertone, Goldtone, Bronzetone or Coppertone (not pictured)



TextureTouch™ Zinc brings a bonus to signage with a unique expression of quality and a look that is both classic and modern. Choose one of our metal-tones for the tactile portion of the sign and we will use a distinct complementary background color that will deliver just the right effect.


“Innovative”, “powerful” and “forward thinking” are the adjectives that could be used to describe TextureTouch Plus™, the name of our latest finish. Signs with unique texture are not only attractive and functional, they are long lasting. Consider this unique deep-texture effect for your next sign project because it will result in signs that are distinct and will add character to your building.

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Pattern 2 + Traditional Finishembossed stone effect

Magnesium sign

Pattern 1+ Pattern 3 + ReplicaFinish®rough metal + orbital grain effect

Magnesium sign

Spot Pattern 5 + ReplicaFinish®rough metal effectMagnesium sign

Custom Pattern + Traditional Finishsmooth ornate graphic effect, Photopolymer shaped sign

WF Series Mechanical, one track for insert

Pattern 11 + ReplicaFinish®natural wood grain effect

Photopolymer sign

Pattern 3 + Traditional Finishorbital grain effect

Zinc sign

Pattern 1 Pattern 2 Pattern 3 Pattern 4 Pattern 5 Pattern 6

Standard TextureTouch Plus™ PatternsChoose wood grain, stone, or a metal effect available with TextureTouch Plus™. The outcome is a reflection of your artistic flair and design patterns that will engage the beholder’s optical and tactile senses.

Features & Benefits

Low maintenance and reliability are yours with our etched Magnesium products. This material is popular for applications requiring style and elegance while withstanding a high traffic environment. Design options are available with a wide range of decorative and functional elements. Enrich your program by choosing from one or more copy or background colors. Create interest with detailed graphics, a distinctive shape, or a changeable message.

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Silvertone (natural zinc), colorfillingof two background colors

Silvertone (natural zinc)shaped sign

Bronzetone shaped signSilvertone (natural zinc)

shaped plate with raisedcopy color on logo

Goldtone shaped sign

Silvertone (natural zinc), extraraised copy color

Goldtone shaped signWR Mechanical Series

Product Specs:

Maximum Size: 23” x 35 Avalible Thinckness: 064” .098” .153” .250”

Interior - not warranted for: Conditions including chlorine & bleach Exterior - not warranted for: Salt sea air surrounding, Condiotns including chorine & bleach, Strong UV ratings


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Bring the elements of color, shape, size and texture together to form your own masterpiece. This is what TextureTouch Plus™ brings to the table, and it was designed with you in mind. With so many appealing, creative directions available, you are only bound by your own imagination in utilizing TextureTouch Plus™. For example, you can customize your signs with a watermark of a logo, a leather textile pattern, geometric shapes, or representations from nature such as leaves, wood grain or stone.

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Pattern 9 + ReplicaFinish®leatherette effectAluminum sign

Spot Pattern 6 + Traditional Finishtextile effect

Photopolymer sign

Pattern 12 + Traditional Finishsharply defined leaf effect

Magnesium sign

Spot Pattern 4 + Zinc Metal Finishstars filled with embossed effect

Zinc sign

Spot Custom Pattern+ Traditional Finish

detailed watermark effectMagnesium sign

Substrate: Acrylic, Aluminum, Magnesium, Zinc,Photopolymer, Solid Surface and Wood

Maximum Size: 19” x 23”

Finish: Refer to the corresponding page of each material for detailed applications, thickness and warranty

Standard TextureTouch Plus™ Patterns Product Specifications

Pattern 7 Pattern 10Pattern 8 Pattern 11Pattern 9 Pattern 12

Not satisfied with a conventional Photopolymer ADA Braille sign? Use a theme that combines raised and sunken relief, logos or standard patterns as you please. Prominent features display tactile copy and pictograms combined with designs created with 3-dimensional levels. This new process provides a vehicle for expression that communicates themes, imitates a frame or reproduce an emblem or insignia at an affordable price.

Design 1,shaped sign

Design 3,WD Series Mechanical,In Use/Vacant function

Design 2

Design 6,shaped sign,

two copy colors

Design 4

Custom Design created from furnished artwork,

shaped sign

Design 5,shaped sign

Custom Design created fromfurnished artwork,three copy colors

Design 1 Design 2 Design 3 Design 4 Design 5 Design 6

Standard UltraImage 3D™ DesignsThe composition of UltraImage 3D™ features a depth that depicts shaping, carving and build up to give the sign added character and definition.

Features & Benefits

When your focus is to meet the ADA standards with a moderate budget, our Photopolymer signs should be your choice. Choose from interior or exterior grade material in an appropriate thickness for your application. Our Photopolymer is surface decorated providing a dependable sign that is suitable for specific conditions and environments. Our single piece construction offers a great quality sign that is economical.

Shaped sign, two raised copy colorsTwo raised copy colors

Shaped signTwo raised copy colors

WC Series Mechanical,one track for insert,

In Use/Vacant function

Shaped sign,two raised copy colors

Two masked background colors

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Thickness: .059”, .115”, .160”, .200”, .250” Maximum Size: 19” x 23”

Finish: Traditional Finish 24 standard colors & custom colors

Style: Square or round corners, borderless or shaped

Warranty: Choose from our interior & exterior materials (limitation: salt sea air surroundings, conditions including cholrine, bleach and strong UV ratings)

Photopolymer signs are available in a myriad of shapes and sizes, each designed to get attention and lead the way. These plastic one-piece signs will add the right finishing touch to your building project without breaking the bank.


Let our etched Zinc signs provide you with the best advantage for rugged environments. Make an impressive statement and provide your client with our most durable product with exceptional style. Our product’s solid reputation for toughness, combined with its outstanding performance data from independent testing proves our signs are effective in rough surroundings where resistance to wear is essential. Engineered for strength, our Zinc products offer the peace of mind you deserve.

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Shaped sign, two raised copy colors


Two raised copy colors,WF Series Mechanical,

one track for insert

Masking around tactile logoMultiple colorfilling, two raised copy colors

Shaped sign, two raised copy colorsOne raised copy color





Etched Zinc has proven to be tough by outstanding performance data from independent testing laboratories that have successfully exposed our signs to extreme conditions. Put these signs to work for you and see that they are wear resistant, durable and built to last.


Metal will always have a place in wayfinding programs because it is traditional, durable and it can be etched, painted and shaped to fit so many applications. Select from our standard metal-toned finishes for raised copy and combine it with a contrasting painted background color to create an attractive sign that will meet your needs for years to come.

Silvertone (natural Zinc),shaped sign

Goldtone shaped signSilvertone (natural Zinc)shaped sign

Silvertone (natural Zinc)

Silvertone (natural Zinc),two background colors,

two copy colors

Bronzetone withtwo background colors

GoldtoneMechanical Series,two tracks for insert

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Silvertone (natural Zinc),two raised copy colors,

shaped sign






Combine etched characters and designs with metal-tones and colorfilling and the design possibilities are immense. The results are beautiful signs that attract attention and clearly designate traffic to their destination.


Low maintenance and reliability are yours with our one-piece etched Magnesium (metal) signs that are tailored for rugged interior environments. Combine style and elegance into a sign that delivers a tolerance for high traffic environments. Show versatility and create interest by including detailed graphics, distinct shapes or a changeable message.

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WR Series Mechanicalone track for insert

Two raised copy colors, shaped sign

Two background colors,shaped sign

Two raised copy colors,colorfilling of extra colors,

shaped sign

Two raised copy colors,shaped sign

WR Series Mechanical,one track for insert,

two raised copy colors


Thickness: .064”, .098”, .153”, .250” Maximum Size: 23” x 35”




Magnesium (metal) signs are ideally suited for holding fine details during the etching process. The result is a remarkable, light weight sign that will serve diligently for wayfinding with little or no maintenance.


Your inspiration for a one-of-a-kind wayfinding system can be met by choosing our Adcast™ sculpted resin products. Eye-catching resin cast creations are multi-dimensional, and available in a variety of finishes. Our casting process allows us to create custom accent pieces to complement your design scheme. Whether you choose a simplified design or combine it with a curved wood framing unit, you will find the sculpted look of our Adcast™ products provides a stunning alternative to standard sign systems.

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Adcast™ holder,Zinc ADA sign,

Nickel-Silver accent

Adcast™ accent, shaped Photopolymer ADA sign, painted acrylic backplate

Custom Cherry wood framing unitwith custom stain, Adcast™ accent,

Zinc ADA sign

Adcast™ holder,Magnesium ADA sign

Adcast™ eagle, Zinc ADA sign,Walnut backer with Burgundy finish

Adcast™ logo accent, Zinc ADA sign

Adcast™ holder, Zinc ADA sign, Nickel-Silver accent

Adcast™ resin products are an affordable way to add the luxury of a handcrafted work of art to your next project.

Maximum Size: Contact Factory

Finish: Autumn Gold, Bronze, Pewter, Turquoise, Spanish Copper, and custom

Style: Holder with or without opening, accent piece, or custom formation

Technique: Solid color, multiple color, or antique

Artisan process allows for antique finishes combined with deep relief, multi-dimensional design and flexibility. Sculpted designs are created from your images and add a handcrafted value. Our process provides consistent reproductions with stunning detail that adds handcrafted value for an atmosphere of a special new building.


If you’re looking for a cost effective solution, we have the answer in our plastic Engraved ADA signs. A moderately priced product incorporating applied 1/32” copy with Raster™ Braille inserted into a colored plastic substrate. Enhancements developed to draw attention are available in the form of an extra color applique’ for a decorative border, logo or design.

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Two applique’ colors,reverse engraved logo,

plastic frameThree applique’ colors

Three applique’colors

Two applique’ colors

WF Series Mechanical,two tracks for inserts




Thickness: .064”, .125” Maximum Size: 24” x 48”

Raster™ Braille: Black, Brass, Clear, Stainless and White

Substrate & Applique’: Gravotac™ by Gravograph®, Rowmark® ADA Alternative

Warranty: Contact factory for availability of exterior-grade product

A reasonable product at a reasonable price is what you get with our plastic Engraved ADA signs. If all you need is a sign for indoor use and in an environment that is vandal free this should be your choice. Signs can be enhanced through the addition of color to capture attention.


Everlasting quality and beauty is what you get when you mix, match and contrast a variety of materials in the process of manufacturing ADA Raster™ Braille signage. Examples are textiles, wood grains, dramatic metallic paint finishes or trendy architectural materials. Whether you need a contemporary, modern or traditional style, we are able to apply copy and Raster™ Braille to many custom materials. Let your project reflect your individuality.

Applique’ applied to subsurface decoratedNon-glare Acrylic with Aluminum accent,

WF Series Mechanical, two tracks for inserts

Applique’ applied to subsurface decorated Non-glare Acrylic,

WF Series Mechanical,one track for insert

Applique’ applied tosubsurface decorated

Non-glare Acrylic

Applique’ applied toAluminum

Applique’ applied to subsurface decorated Non-glare Acrylic with

3Form® backer

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Subsurface decoratedapplique’ applied to subsurface

decorated Non-glare Acrylicwith ReplicaFinish®

Custom applique’ with ReplicaFinish®, applied to Non-glare Acrylic that has been decorated with ReplicaFinish® - combination achieves a Maple

wood sign with applied Walnut copy

Two applique’ colors on subsurface decorated

Non-glare Acrylicassembled to an

etched Zinc backer

Substrate: Acrylic, Aluminum & custom materials Maximum Size: 24” x 48”

Raster™ Braille: Black, Brass, Clear, Stainless and White

Applique’: Gravotac™ by Gravograph®, Rowmark® ADA Alternative

Warranty: Contact factory for a list of interior and exterior rated materials

If you need unique custom signs that represent a combination of various materials we can help. We open the door to the possibility of coordinating materials so you reap the benefits of exploring the limitless potential offered by the applied copy and Raster™ Braille process.


Some signs require an easy exchange or removal of tenant inserts. Our molded frames fit that need perfectly because they are tamper-resistant and available in standard plastic colors or painted to match the decor’ of your building. Sign removal is simple using the suction cup we provide. Our entire line was built with the idea of making the frames easy to use. The inserts are secure from vandalism and inadvertent removal, but when you have to take them out, it is effortless.

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Square corner style,Brown frame

Square corner style,Brown frame

Square corner style,painted frame

Square corner style, painted frame

Round corner style, Black frame Square corner style, Taupe frame

Square corner style, White frame

Round corner, Almond frame

Square corner style, Gray frame

Detail of snap lock mechanismSquare cornersEased edge

Round cornersEased edge

Profile: .500”

Finish: Almond, Black, Navy, Brown, GrayTaupe, White or painted

Style: Square or round corners

Standard Sizes: Contact factory

Maximum Size: Contact factory

Insert: Not to exceed .064”

Warranty: Contact factory

Product Specifications Corner Styles Profile of Assembly

An extensive line of premium metal frames designed to securely house signage that is tamper-resistant, yet easy for the right person to remove when necessary. Attractive frames in a variety of finishes each equipped with a snap lock mechanism to hold the insert in place. Simple to remove using the suction cup provided with your order.

Vista Series frame200 Series, Silver frame

100 Series, Black frame

JRS Series, Black frame

100 Series, Gold frame

100 Series, Gold frame

200 Series, Silver frame

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Vista Series frame

Profile: .500” Maximum Size: Contact factory

Finish: Black, Gold, Silver or painted Insert: Not to exceed .064”

Style: Square corner Warranty: Contact factory


Vista or JRS series: Contact factory

Product Specifications (100 & 200 Series) Profile of Assembly Profile Styles

Detail of snap lock mechanism(Series 100 and 200 only)

100 SeriesSquare edge

200 SeriesRadius edge

Low maintenance and reliability are yours with our etched Magnesium products. This material is popular for applications requiring style and elegance while withstanding a high traffic environment. Design options are available with a wide range of decorative and functional elements. Enrich your program by choosing from one or more copy or background colors. Create interest with detailed graphics, a distinctive shape, or a changeable message.

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Two background colors

Two raised copy colors,colorfilling of extra colors

Two raised copy colors

Two raised copy colors One raised copy colorwith masking

Two raised copy colors

Product Specs: Available Thickness: 064” .098” .153” .250” Maximum Size: 23” x 35”

Interior - not warranted for: Conditions including chlorine & bleach Exterior - not warranted for: Salt sea air surrounding, Conditions including chorine & bleach, Strong UV ratings


The warmth of natural wood will provide elegance to your signs and complement the décor of your building. Choose from Maple, Walnut or Oak frames and accents with a choice of finishes and profiles. Wood is attractive, functional and eye-catching. These wooden frames are suitable for either a permanent or magnetic application, and allow for easy updates on site.

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15F Walnut frame

16F-A Maple accent,Sienna finish

16F Maple frame, painted finish

15F-A Walnut frame, Burgundy finish

16F-A Walnut accent

17F Oak frame

17F Maple frame Two raised copy colors

15F-A Maple frame, painted finish

Profile 15F Profile 16F Profile 17F Profile 15F-A Profile 16F-A Profile 17F-A

Profile: .750” Size: Contact Factory

Insert: Not to exceed .125”

Finish: Maple, Maple with Sienna, Oak,Walnut, Walnut with Burgundy or Painted

Warranty: Interior rated

Standard Accent ProfilesStandard Frame ProfilesProduct Specifications

Wooden backers can take many different shapes, sizes and finishes depending on your specific needs. Solid backers offer signs depth in addition to a richness and warmth that only wood can deliver. Add an element of interest to your backer with traditional laser engraving or 3D laser engraving. Complement your building projects with the perfect combination of traditional beauty and ADA compliance, and let the accolades begin.

U bevel, Maple backer

J bevel, Maple backer

U bevel, Walnut backer

T bevel, Maple backerwith 3D laser

R bevel, Walnut backerwith laser engraving

T bevel, Oak backer

R bevel,Walnut backer with

Burgundy finish

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J bevel,Walnut with Burgundy finish

U bevel, Maple backer

J Bevel T BevelR Bevel U Bevel

Profile Thickness: .750” Size: Contact Factory

Finish: Maple, Maple with Sienna, Oak, Walnut, Insert: Not to exceed .125”Walnut with Burgundy or Painted

3D Lasering: Submit artwork file (contact factory for requirements)


Product SpecificationsStandard Bevel Styles

Utilize metal backers with a wide choice of standard bevels for your next signage project and the result will be signs that are unique. Backers can be painted to contrast with the signs, or painted to match and add dimension. Choose from six standard bevels for your metal backers, available in a wide range of shapes and sizes to complement your signage.

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Bevel style A,painted backer

Bevel style C,painted backer

Bevel style D, painted backer

Bevel style E,painted backer

Bevel style F, painted backer

Bevel style B,painted backer

Bevel style F,painted backer

Bevel Style A Bevel Style B Bevel Style C Bevel Style D Bevel Style E Bevel Style F

Standard Bevel StylesProfile: .125”, .250” Size: Contact factory


Square Corner Style: Bevel Style B, Bevel Style C

Round Corner Style: Bevel Style A - F

Warranty: Interior and exterior rated

Product Specifications

Bevel style 5

Bevel style 2

Bevel style 1

Bevel style 4

Bevel style 5

Bevel style 1

Bevel style 3

Acrylic backers are designed to add a stunning appearance to your ADA signs at an effective cost. Backers can be painted which offers contrast to the faceplate, or painted to match to add interest. Choose from six standard bevels in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors that will enhance the look of any interior signage program.

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Bevel style 6

Bevel style 5

Bevel style 6

Thickness: .250” (Bevel Styles 1, 2, and 3) .375” and .500” (All Bevel Styles)



Warranty: Interior and exterior rated

Standard Bevel Styles Product Specifications

Bevel Style 1 Bevel Style 2 Bevel Style 3 Bevel Style 4 Bevel Style 5 Bevel Style 6

Whether you are honoring achievements in academics, athletics, business or designing a hall of fame wall project, named gift donor package or a thematic program, allow us to assist you with our wide array of choices. Convey your story-telling with processes such as etching, lasering, silk-screening, CNC machining, digital printing, painting, and vinyl. Compose your own designs or choose one of our arrangements from our variety of materials including wood, glass, solid surface, acrylic or metal.

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Description of Integrated Wall UnitMaple backer, frosted green Acrylic faceplate, Aluminum faceplate,surface screened copy, assembled with our standoff fastener system

Individual PlaqueMaple backer, frosted green

Acrylic face, subsurface screened copy, and Aluminum blade accent, assembled with our standoff fastener system

Our identification plaques are a great solution for recognizing several hundered donors in a limited space, adding a portrait to honor a special donor, build a tribute or memorial for service personnel, reward talented leaders or successful sports figures that deserve a wall of fame. Our classic perpetual designs are available to support ongoing contributions or identify recipients. A wide array of presentation shapes, materials and processes are joined together to accommodate individual names or groupings. For more information regarding donor recognition programs please visit our web site to learn about our offerings.

Design Services, Conceptual Renderings, and Virtual Samples

Planned donor recognition wall units can capture the culture and vision of your organization. Not only are the displays beautiful and inspiring, they are designed to be practical. Updating and adding recipients’ names is simple and economical without compromising aesthetics.

Our ongoing involvement with donor signage programs allows us to produce effective donor recognition products that communicate the depth of gratitude, honor, and memorable expression suited for your project. We are on a mission to make your donor recognition products coordinate with your client’s overall theme, facility design, or subject matter.

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Donors who contribute generous gifts should be recognized for the importance that their offerings make. To salute these donors, we offer a number of fresh thinking designs for recognition products that convey appreciation. Acknowledge some of your most generous supporters with items that portray a powerful statement of their contributions purpose and vision. Let our unique etched metal plates reflect the image of a new campus, a remodeled hospital wing, or sports center. A photograph can be transformed in to a work of art with our ReplicaFinish® process, recognizing a collage of contributors to a campaign.

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3.5” x 3.5” Walnut,laser engraved copy

3” x 5” Goldtone Zinc,recessed copy 3” x 4” Brass,

recessed copy

3.5” x 3.5” Aluminumwith ReplicaFinish®

3” x 6” Walnut with Burgundy finish,Goldtone Zinc, raised copy

3.5” diam. Solid Surfacematerial, ReplicaFinish®

3.75” diam. Silvertone Zinc,raised copy, ReplicaFinish®

3” diam. Goldtone Zinc,raised copy

3.75” diam. Aluminumwith ReplicaFinish®

Metal: Brass, Bronze, & Zinc

Solid Surface: Evergreen, Beige Sand, Kokoura White, Midnight Pearl, Reno, Wheat Matrix

Wood: Cherry, Oak, Maple, Walnut,& Walnut with Burgundy finish

Metal Process: Etching, ReplicaFinish®

Solid Surface Process: Laser engraving, ReplicaFinish®

Wood Process: Laser engraving, ReplicaFinish®

Attractive, affordable and perfectly suited to the person or special occasion that you want to commemorate. Choose a gift that stands out from the rest and will continue to gain notice long after it is received. Glass, wood, metal or a combination will make that special statement.


A gift from our wide array of recognition items is a wonderful way to show appreciation to staff, donors, volunteers, and particularly corporate sponsors. With their high quality, these plaques set off your donor recognition event with style. We have a variety of products designed for major contributors that are remembered with individual plaques or special projects where donations are shown appreciation with individual nameplates on a perpetual master plaque. We utilize creative ways to assemble multiple plaques representing a variety of levels of contributors.

We supply a wide variety of recognition plaques, awards, gifts, and donor wall programs. We have selected our most popular items that are pictured in our brochure. If you do not see a solution that will work for you, we have others that are available. For more examples of our awards, plaques and donor programs please visit our web site to discover how our broad selection and how our products can help your organization.

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The Complete Donor Recognition Source

Etched Zinc plates provide an elegant alternative to cast plaques for both exterior and interior settings. You can add exquisite detail to your next sign project by incorporating flawless reproductions of photographs and logos. Combine your creativity with our etching process and achieve prestigious corporate and donor identification. Choose rectangular, simple or custom shaped, raised or recessed graphics, in your choice of standard features.

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Silvertone (natural Zinc) with raised copy

Silvertone (natural Zinc)with raised copy,

shaped sign

Goldtone with recessed copy,radius corners, line drawing

Goldtone with raised copy, shaped sign

Bronzetone with raised copy,scanned photograph

D.E. Gold/Gold with raised copy

Silvertone (natural Zinc) with recessed copy






Have the appearance of cast plaques at a fraction of the cost. Incorporate even the most intricate details and capture it all with Zinc etched plates. Whether you are identifying a room or commemorating a wing, these plaques will fill the bill. They are suitable for interior or exterior applications.


D.E. Material Finishes

When it comes to choosing the perfect identification item, we understand the importance of integrating a theme to honor individuals and add a personal touch. We accomplish both of these objectives with ReplicaFinish®. Achieve a dramatic custom work of art by combining visual components such as historic renderings and memorable photographs. These design elements illustrate the purpose behind dedicated individuals and important places. In keeping with the traditions of etching, we accentuate the highs, lows, and shoulders to provide added value, character and integrity to your designs.

Silvertone (natural Zinc)shaped plate with ReplicaFinish®

ornate logo

Silvertone (natural Zinc) with ReplicaFinish® to provide an

abstract design

Goldtone shaped plate with ReplicaFinish®

of a scanned antique photo

Silvertone (natural Zinc), with ReplicaFinish® that combines gradient colors

Silvertone (natural Zinc) shaped plate, with ReplicaFinish® image of a

Japanese Lilac

Gold/Gold (Double-etch) combinedwith ReplicaFinish® of a scanned color photo

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Visualize the potential of ReplicaFinish® Zinc plates. We inspire a new vision for a themed program that provides continuity and reinforces the concept of your design.






Our ReplicaFinish® products are not only beautiful, but it is hard to keep from touching them to see if they feel as good as they look. Make a statement with your next sign project by including signs made with ReplicaFinish®. They appeal to the visual and tactile senses, and at the same time are adaptable to most any application where you need signs that are elegant, durable and unique.


Make an impression as solid as these architectural plates etched from Brass, Bronze or Nickel-Silver. Designed to complement any décor, these one-piece plates are available with raised or recessed graphics, an antique look or with colorfill. These rich, elegant and durable plates make ideal choices for commemorating a dedication or identifying a room. Choose from rectangular, simple shapes or custom shapes.

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Antique Brass, raised copy

Antique Bronze, raised copy

Bronze, recessed copy

Bronze, recessed copy

Antique Brass, raised copy

Nickel-Silver, recessed copy(not available in .064”, .125” or .250”)Antique Brass, raised copy

Thickness: .032”, .064”, .125”, .250” Maximum Size: 19” x 23”(Nickel-Silver is not available in .064”, .125”, .250”)

Finish: Raised copy/Antique, Recessed copy/Colorfilled, Clear gloss finish


Choose from Brass, Bronze or Nickel-Silver to get the right effect for your room dedication or identification. Our one-piece, interior rated metal plaques are rich, elegant and durable. Reproduce intricate designs, logos and very small text with excellent results.


Material Finishes

Our identification signs can greatly enhance the look and image of your building, improve corporate values and visions, or provide an extra measure of awareness for safety and compliance. We offer a variety of attractive materials, processes and finishes that allow you to incorporate your logo, multiple colors and graphic details.

One color silkscreened sign, surface decorated Aluminum

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One color silkscreened sign,surface decorated Acrylic

Four color silkscreened sign,surface decorated Acrylic

Two color silkscreened sign,surface decorated Acrylic

Four color silkscreened sign,surface decorated Aluminum

Two color silkscreened sign,surface decorated Aluminum

One color silkscreened sign,subsurface decorated Acrylic

Two color silkscreened sign,surface decorated Aluminum

Acrylic Thickness: .064”, .125”, .250”, .375” Maximum Size: 19” x 23”

Acrylic Finish: NG Acrylic subsurface decorated,Clear Acrylic subsurface or surface decorated

Aluminum Thickness: .063”, .125”, .250”

Aluminum Finish: Natural grain with gloss or satin clear,surface decorated

One-piece construction means easier installation. Durable finish means easier cleaning and less damage from vandalism. Select from an unlimited range of materials and colors for matching décor while incorporating a dynamic scope of designs. Combine graphic logos and pictograms that result in attractive, durable identification signage.


Environmentally Responsible Quality System Quality Assurance

Since 1941, Advance Corporation has been manufacturing engraved products and marking devices. Braille/tactile signage became a part of our product line in 1981 and has been extremely important to us ever since. Our Braille-Tac™ Division has a solid reputation as a market leader in the sign industry. We offer our services at a wholesale level where products will meet or exceed your requirements. Having your trust and confidence drives us to excel. We offer our unwavering commitment to provide our customers with superior service and quality products.

Good news for our environment, and our customers! The 2008 Minnesota Governor’s award for Meritorious Achievement for excellence in workplace safety and health was awarded to Advance Corporation. Feel good about your purchase and know that it came from an “excellent” source.

You do not see the many stages of production ranging from product development to completion, and that is our goal because our skilled craftsmen are taking care of all that on your behalf. Every step is done with absolute attention to customer necessities and what is essential to meet those requirements.

All of our products are produced by expert, skilled craftsmen who believe in our culture of quality performance. Our quality program is a system of continuous process improvements at Advance Corporation, and it is centered around our customers and their requirements.

ADVANCE CORPORATIONBRAILLE-TACTM DIVISION

8200 97th St. So., Cottage Grove, MN 55016651-771-9297 • 800-328-9451 Ext. 602 • Fax 651-771-2121

[email protected] • www.brailletacsigns.comQuality Craftsmanship Since 1941

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